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© Trustees of the British Museum
Aureus - Faustina the Younger VENVS FELIX; Venus and Three Graces
| Gold | 3.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-176 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, diademed, draped, seated left on low seat, holding group of the Three Graces in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS FELIX
Translation:
Venus Felix.
Venus bringing fortune.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, along with the Three Graces, who represent charm, beauty, and creativity. This design was meant to symbolize the prosperity and happiness of the Roman Empire during the reign of Faustina the Younger.
